Ling Zhenfei had no choice but to nod helplessly at this point.

If Ling Zhenfei were to open this list now, there would be only two possible outcomes. One is that the list is indeed fake, and Emelin is truly deceiving him.

The other outcome is that the list is real, and everything Zuo Mengzhi and Prince Hahn said is false; Zuo Mengzhi said so much just to get Ling Zhenfei to hand over the item.

However, Ling Zhenfei now wanted to take a risk.

First, he indeed had some doubts about Emelin and her father, and secondly, Ling Zhenfei needed to protect himself.

Surrounded by a group of people, with a Ghost Weapon Curved Saber at his neck and a person skilled in hidden weapons nearby—till now, Ling Zhenfei didn't even know what kind of hidden weapon this person used.

Ling Zhenfei glanced at the curved saber, clearly indicating it to be moved further away from his neck, and the saber glanced towards Prince Hahn for instructions.

Prince Hahn nodded, and the saber moved slightly away from Ling Zhenfei's neck.

Ling Zhenfei retrieved his own list from the Heaven-Dropping Essence Marrow.

It was a beautifully designed rectangular box, with three distinct clasps, merely clipped shut and not locked.

Everyone's attention was drawn to Ling Zhenfei, all wanting to see if what Ling Zhenfei held was the legendary list.

This was a matter concerning Ling Zhenfei's life, as their primary purpose for coming this time was precisely for this item.

Ling Zhenfei also felt very excited in his heart.

Now he didn't know if the content inside the box was real; the Perspective Eye of the Marine Corps saw a piece of paper inside, but whether it was just that could only be known by opening the box.

The box was gently opened by Ling Zhenfei, revealing a sheet of paper that he pulled out, with many words written on it.

Ling Zhenfei's heart jumped, wondering if this was the real list.

With an anxious heart, Ling Zhenfei opened the paper, and the words inside astonished him.

It wasn't a list at all; it was a letter from Emelin to Ling Zhenfei.

Although he couldn't fully understand the content, Ling Zhenfei knew it was not the list.

A buzzing sound went off in Ling Zhenfei's head.

If this had been the real list, Ling Zhenfei might have had a chance to survive using this list. But now that it's not, will Prince Hahn let him go?

"Mr. Ling, how about it; is this the list?" Zuo Mengzhi asked from the side.

Ling Zhenfei didn't know what to do now, but he subtly gathered some Northern Spiritual Energy, just in case.

Then, Ling Zhenfei carefully folded the paper again, the process was so quick that it didn't allow others to see the paper's content.

Ling Zhenfei smiled slightly and said, "Everyone knows that Gui Mou Sect Members are extremely smart people, indeed some of the smartest in the world.

So, do you think what's in my hand is the list?"

Zuo Mengzhi looked at Ling Zhenfei's face and said, "Mr. Ling has seen many waves and storms; it's clear that what I said earlier about breaking down doesn't apply.

However, seeing a family list would certainly be distressing, but you're smiling now, as if you're in a good mood.

Nevertheless, Mr. Ling, your act is slightly overdone; even if you had the real list, in this perilous environment, your life could be at risk at any moment, how could you smile?

Clearly, you're forcing a smile, or you're trying to use this smile to deceive us, to make us think the list is indeed in your hands."

Upon hearing this, cold sweat began to drip down Ling Zhenfei's back; Zuo Mengzhi was so skilled it was as if he could read Ling Zhenfei's mind; terrifying indeed.

What he said matched Ling Zhenfei's thoughts perfectly, it was almost too uncanny.

Ling Zhenfei felt a bit awkward now; what should he say? If he didn't have the list, Ling Zhenfei might be doomed.

If he did have it, how could he hand it over to ensure his safety?

After thinking for a moment, he said, "Mr. Zuo, are you very confident in your guess?"

Zuo Mengzhi smiled and said, "While I'm not extraordinarily confident, I'd say I'm right eight or nine times out of ten."

By this time, Hahn had already grown impatient and said, "Mr. Ling Zhenfei, let's not waste time; this is the situation. If you have the list, give it to us, and I'll release you immediately."

Before Hahn could finish, Ling Zhenfei interrupted, "If the list I have is fake, what then?"

When Ling Zhenfei said this, Hahn's expression changed slightly.

"If you don't have the list, I'm sorry, it's not just me—Feng Zilong's people won't let you go."

Ling Zhenfei could sense, with his Divine Sense, that there were many people around plotting against him, lurking in the crowd, ready to strike him fatally.

Ling Zhenfei knew today was extremely dangerous, and all he could think of now was how to get away.

Thinking of this, Ling Zhenfei suddenly had an idea, saying to Prince Hahn,

"If I give you the list, are you really willing to let me go?"

Upon hearing this, Hahn was instantly pleased and said, "Of course, if you give me the list, I'll let you leave."

Ling Zhenfei nodded and said, "Then come and take it."

After saying this, Ling Zhenfei handed the already folded paper over to Prince Hahn.

Curved Saber said, "Kid, don't play tricks, or you'll know the consequences."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, looked at Prince Hahn, and said, "What, do you not even have the courage to take it?"

After Ling Zhenfei said this, Hahn laughed and said, "Look at what you're saying, how could I not dare?"

With that, Hahn laughed and walked over to Ling Zhenfei, bending over slightly to take the paper.

Ling Zhenfei also stood up, but as he stood, Curved Saber stood with him, the saber never leaving Ling Zhenfei's neck, even resting against it.

Ling Zhenfei said, "What's the meaning of this, I've already given the list to your boss, didn't your boss promise to let me go?"

Curved Saber said, "Our boss hasn't looked at it yet; if he says to let you go after looking at it, then I'll let you go."

Ling Zhenfei hadn't expected Curved Saber to be so cautious, but just then Prince Hahn began to unfold the paper.

Ling Zhenfei knew this would soon be exposed; seeing the first line alone would reveal it as fake.

It was just a letter Emelin had written to Ling Zhenfei, and he hadn't read it carefully, not knowing what it said.

Ling Zhenfei knew that everyone's attention was on Prince Hahn, making this the most negligent moment; if he wanted to escape, now was the best time.

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